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cheerful

/ˈt͡ʃɪəfəl/adjective

Clearly happy and full of positive spirit.

Example sentences

  • “The receptionist greeted every visitor with a cheerful smile.”
  • “Our cheerful neighbor always waves and asks about our day.”

Describes a lasting disposition more than a passing feeling; a person, a voice, or even a room can be cheerful.

Featured as word of the day on January 27, 2026.

Synonyms for cheerful

  • upbeat
  • jolly
  • sunny
  • bright

Antonyms

Find it in: Positive words, Words to describe a person.

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